个人
gè rén
individual
每个人都有自己的梦想。
Everyone has their own dreams.
general
An individual person; a single human being.
个人意见是很重要的。
Personal opinions are very important.
Often used to emphasize individuality or personal perspective.
general
Personal; relating to an individual's private affairs.
这是我的个人空间。
This is my personal space.
Can be used as an adjective in contexts like '个人信息' (personal information).
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Noun vs. Adjective
'个人' can be used as both a noun (e.g., '个人' as in '个人意见') and an adjective (e.g., '个人信息').
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning can shift slightly depending on context, so pay attention to surrounding words.
Word Origin
Combination of '个' (individual) and '人' (person).
Usage Notes
Can function as both a noun and an adjective. In modern usage, it often emphasizes individuality or privacy.
Word Breakdown
个
individual
root人
person
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